Best Ever Conference 2025 Program

8:00 AM

Multifamily Renovations & CapEx Management with Reed Goosens

Master the art of value-add renovations for occupied multifamily properties. This workshop provides essential tools and strategies to maximize returns while enhancing tenant satisfaction.

Why attend?
Learn proven strategies to execute successful renovation projects and optimize your investments.

Who should attend?
Investors, asset managers, and developers in multifamily renovations.

Takeaway?
A practical renovation strategy you can implement immediately.

9:40 AM

Building a Fundraising & Investor Servicing Capacity

Learn proven strategies to attract and retain real estate investment capital. Build lasting investor relationships and strengthen your fundraising capabilities through effective pitching, communication, and reporting.

Why attend?
Master efficient capital raising techniques used by top real estate firms.

Who should attend?
Real estate entrepreneurs, fund managers, and asset owners.

Takeaway?
Actionable frameworks to scale your portfolio through improved capital raising and investor retention.

11:20 AM

Advanced Multifamily Underwriting with Matt Faircloth

Master advanced multifamily underwriting techniques to gain a competitive edge. Learn sophisticated financial metrics, risk analysis, and modeling to make data-driven investment decisions.

Why attend?
Enhance your deal evaluation skills with advanced underwriting strategies.

Who should attend?
Real estate investors, financial analysts, and underwriters seeking advanced skills.

Takeaway?
Expertise to confidently analyze complex multifamily investments.

Noon

12:45 PM

Newcomer Orientation

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1:00 PM

Sponsor Due Diligence with Pascal Wagner

Learn essential strategies for evaluating real estate sponsors through proper due diligence. Master critical assessment techniques, from analyzing track records to identifying red flags, to protect your investments.

Why attend?
Learn how to effectively vet sponsors and protect your capital.

Who should attend?
Passive investors, private equity partners, and real estate professionals.

Takeaway?
Skills to identify and partner with trustworthy, high-performing sponsors.

2:00 PM

VIP Tour

Step into the forefront of innovation and development! This exclusive VIP Tour offers an insider’s look at a cutting-edge project in its transformative stages. In past years, we've explored dynamic spaces like The Charles multifamily development and the Le Meridien hotel.

This year, we're unveiling another remarkable project that showcases the creativity and expertise shaping the industry. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to experience a premier development up close and connect with the visionaries bringing it to life! Tour location coming soon!

2:40 PM

Property Due Diligence with Tyler Cauble

Master comprehensive property due diligence to identify hidden liabilities and secure sound investments. Learn to evaluate physical, financial, and legal aspects of real estate acquisitions.

Why attend?
Learn essential steps to protect your investments and avoid costly surprises.

Who should attend?
Investors, asset managers, and real estate acquisitions professionals.

Takeaway?
A thorough due diligence framework to evaluate properties with confidence.

4:20 PM

Unlock The Key Ingredient Shaping The Fate of Every Apartment Asset with John Chang

Learn to leverage demographic analysis for strategic multifamily investments. Discover how population trends, age segments, commuting patterns, and job growth can identify emerging market opportunities and shape long-term investment decisions.

Why attend?
Master using demographics to predict market demand and spot emerging opportunities ahead of competitors.

Who should attend?
Multifamily investors, analysts, and developers seeking data-driven market insights. Applicable to all commercial real estate sectors.

Takeaway?
Skills to use demographic data for identifying high-potential markets and optimizing investment strategies.

5:50 PM End Day

8:00 PM

VIP / Speakers Event

An exclusive evening designed for the visionaries of BEC IX. Join us for an intimate gathering of VIPs and speakers at a private, luxurious location unveiled only to attendees on the day of the event.

Indulge in two hours of exceptional connections, curated experiences, and unforgettable moments with the elite minds shaping the future. This is your chance to unwind, network, and elevate your BEC IX experience in an atmosphere of exclusivity and sophistication.

9:00 AM

Welcome with Gerrit Van Maanen

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9:05 AM

Primer with Ben Lapidus

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9:15 AM

Multifamily Market Outlook: Navigating 2025 with Jay Parsons

Gain valuable insights into the economic forces shaping the multifamily real estate sector. Jay Parsons delivers a data-driven keynote exploring trends, challenges, and opportunities that will define the industry in 2025.

9:45 AM

Mapping the Future: Demographic Insights for Smarter Market Selection with Mallory Bateman

How do demographic trends inform smart market investments? Mallory Bateman delves into the critical role of demographic assessment in identifying opportunities, providing actionable strategies for navigating shifting population dynamics and helping you think like a demographer.

10:15 AM Break

10:45 AM

Behind the Curtain: How Capital Allocators Make Winning Decisions - Moderator: Gerrit Van Maanen

Panelists - JC Clemons, Tyler Figley
Discover what drives capital allocation decisions in this dynamic panel discussion. Our panelists share their perspectives on managing risk and optimizing returns as an investment manager, and how you can prepare your business to partner with institutional allocators in today’s evolving real estate landscape.

11:25 AM

Costly Mistakes Sponsors Make—and How to Avoid Them with Veena Jetti

The rewards of real estate can be significant, but so are the risks. Veena Jetti explores the common pitfalls and growing pains that lead sponsors to lose money. From under capitalization to operational missteps, equip yourself with the strategies to safeguard your investments as a passive or active investor.

11:50 AM

Transparency That Builds Trust: A Guide to Minimum Viable Reporting

Effective communication between operators and investors is essential.  Learn a framework for minimum viable reporting, outlining what investors should expect and how GPs can enhance transparency and trust through thoughtful reporting practices.

12:20 PM Lunch

1:30 PM

Modern Portfolio Theory Unpacked: Real Estate Strategies for 2025 with Shahriar Khan

Real estate and alternative assets now command a significant share of sophisticated institutional portfolios. Explore how this allocation is evolving and how portfolio theory adapts in a post-ZIRP (Zero Interest Rate Policy) era. Gain insights into balancing risk and return as the investment landscape undergoes transformative shifts.

1:55 PM

Beyond Multifamily: Diversifying into Niche Real Estate Opportunities - Moderator: Ash Patel

Panelists: Mike Mangione, Tyler Cauble, Chris Hatch

Flex – Drive Thrus – Land Leases – (even) Office! Explore lucrative opportunities outside the multifamily sector with this expert panel. Ash Patel, Mike Mangione, Tyler Cauble, and Chris Hatch share insights into niche markets and asset classes, offering fresh strategies for diversification and growth.

2:35 PM

Securing the Deal: Avoiding Pitfalls in PPMs and Operating Agreements with Jeremy Roll

Navigate the complexities of private placement memorandums and operating agreements with Jeremy Roll, a passive investor who has reviewed countless doc sets and advocated hundreds of changes. Learn how to identify potential pitfalls and protect your interests through actionable tips for these critical legal documents.

3:00 PM

The $600,000 Pitch-Off: GP versus Judge!

Watch live as 10 contenders compete head-to-head for $600,000 in prize investment! Operators of all sizes and asset classes pitch their investment thesis to a panel of LP judges asking tough questions and backing the most compelling investment theses with their own capital.

Main Stage

3:45 PM

Game Show with Gerrit Van Maanen

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4:00 PM

Intellectual Debate with Ben Lapidus

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5:15 PM

Speed Networking: GP Meets LP

Accelerate your connections at this exclusive, fast-paced event designed for BEC IX sponsors and accredited investors. GPs and LPs will have 4 minutes per round to deliver their elevator pitches, share opportunities, and spark meaningful partnerships before moving to the next connection.
This dynamic, "speed-dating" style format is the perfect way to make impactful introductions and maximize your networking potential in a focused, engaging environment.
Ready to connect? Your next big opportunity is just 4 minutes away!

6:45 PM End Day

9:00 PM

The Best Ever Party

Join us for the Best Ever Party at BEC IX! Kick off the conference with drinks, networking, and fun. Connect with attendees, speakers, and industry leaders in a relaxed setting - first drink is on us! Start your week by building valuable relationships that could shape your future.

9:00 AM

Welcome with Ben Lapidus and Gerrit Van Maanen

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9:05 AM

Primer

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9:15 AM

Wealth Can’t Wait: Financial Freedom with David Osborne

Unlock the mindset and strategies behind building lasting wealth with David Osborne. As the author of the bestselling book Wealth Can’t Wait and founder of GoBundance, Osborne shares actionable insights for accelerating financial success and achieving personal freedom.

9:45 AM

Reed Goossens

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10:15 AM Break

10:45 AM

The Multifamily Playbook: Strategies for Success in 2025 - Moderator: Matt Faircloth

Panelists - Frank Roessler, Charles Young

Join industry leaders Matt Faircloth, Frank Roessler, and Charles Young for a comprehensive look at the multifamily market. This session provides an in-depth analysis of key trends, market dynamics, and strategies for thriving in 2025.

11:30 AM

From Clicks to Capital: Digital Marketing Strategies for Investors with Joe Giudi

Learn how to harness the power of digital lead generation to attract investors and grow your audience. Joe Giudi, arguably the world’s largest advertiser on Meta for capital raising, shares proven marketing strategies to build a pipeline of eager investors for your next big opportunity.

11:55 AM

Insuring Tomorrow: What’s Next for Property Coverage in 2025 with Jerry Messick

The property insurance landscape is undergoing rapid change. Jerry Messick examines current trends and forecasts how these shifts will impact the real estate business in 2025 and beyond, offering practical advice for navigating uncertainty and specific strategies for taking control over your risk management strategy.

12:20 PM Lunch

1:50 PM

Streamlining Success: Turnkey Fund 2 Fund Capital Solutions with Hunter Thompson

Fund of fund capital raising offers a powerful way to expand your fundraising network, but navigating its complexities requires precision. Hunter Thompson breaks down the essential strategies and legal considerations to help you efficiently structure and execute fund-to-fund capital raising, setting your business up for streamlined success.

2:15 PM

Capital Markets Panel - Moderator: Ben Lapidus

Panelists - Thomas Sherlock, Charles McKinney

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3:00 PM

Beyond Real Estate: Acquiring and Scaling Operating Businesses with Isaac Bennett

Discover how to leverage commercial real estate strategies for success in the blue ocean market of operating company acquisitions. This session explores how to adapt proven real estate methodologies to identify, acquire, and scale operating businesses effectively.

3:25 PM

Tax-Savvy Strategies: What 2025 Means for Your Real Estate Portfolio with Ed Carey

Stay ahead of tax changes that could reshape the real estate landscape in 2025. Ed Carey provides a practical guide to navigating evolving tax regulations, helping investors protect profits and optimize strategies in a Trump tax era.

Main Stage

3:50 PM

Game Show

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4:00 PM

BE Pitch Slam

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5:15 PM

Partner Hunting

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6:30 End Day

6:30 PM

Conference+ Event

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9:00 AM

Welcome

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9:05 AM

Primer

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9:15 AM

John Chang Keynote

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10:00 AM

Joe Fairless Keynote

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10:30 AM

Pitch Slam Final Round

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12:00 PM End Day